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Large Language Models for Qualitative Research in Software Engineering: Exploring Opportunities and Challenges

Published:2023-11-17 Issue: Volume: Page:
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Author:

Bano Muneera¹,Hoda Rashina²,Zowghi Didar¹,Treude Christoph³

Affiliation:

1. CSIRO's Data61

2. Monash University

3. University of Melbourne

Abstract

Abstract The recent surge in the integration of Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT into qualitative research in software engineering, much like in other professional domains, demands a closer inspection. This vision paper seeks to explore the opportunities of using LLMs in qualitative research to address many of its legacy challenges as well as potential new concerns and pitfalls arising from the use of LLMs. We share our vision for the evolving role of the qualitative researcher in the age of LLMs and contemplate how they may utilize LLMs at various stages of their research experience.

Publisher

Research Square Platform LLC

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